Problem solving courses can help you learn critical thinking, analytical reasoning, creative brainstorming, and decision-making strategies. You can build skills in identifying root causes, evaluating solutions, and implementing effective action plans. Many courses introduce tools like flowcharts, mind mapping software, and data analysis techniques, which help you visualize problems and track progress.

Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Software Visualization, Pseudocode, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science, Technical Communication, Communication
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Operational Efficiency, Process Analysis, Process Management, Process Improvement, Lean Methodologies, Workflow Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Capacity Planning, Quality Management, Supply Chain Management, Inventory Management System, Statistical Process Controls, Process Flow Diagrams, Root Cause Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Data Structures, Git (Version Control System), Generative AI, Version Control, Matplotlib, Devops Tools, Plotly, DevOps, Agile Methodology, Web Development, Data Ethics, Flask (Web Framework), Data Visualization, Scripting, GitHub, Debugging, Data Analysis, Automation, Cloud Computing
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Java, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Data Structures, Pseudocode, Integrated Development Environments, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computational Thinking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Java Programming, Unit Testing, Java, Software Testing, Quality Assurance, Test Case, Software Development, Application Development, Data Validation, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging, User Interface (UI), Command-Line Interface, Data Modeling, Requirements Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Persistence, File I/O, C (Programming Language), Debugging, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Program Development, Application Design, Command-Line Interface, Algorithms
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Database Application, Full-Stack Web Development, Web Applications, Model View Controller, Authentications, Business Logic, SQL
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Go (Programming Language), Web Servers, JSON, Restful API, User Interface (UI), Web Applications, Server Side, Web Development, Full-Stack Web Development, Debugging, API Design, Scalability, Data Structures, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Professional Development, Business Solutions, Project Management, Solution Delivery, Business Communication, Problem Solving, Business Analysis, Verbal Communication Skills, Stakeholder Analysis, Presentations, Strategic Planning, Analysis, Constructive Feedback, Research Reports, Critical Thinking
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Web Applications, HTML and CSS, Front-End Web Development, Web Design and Development, Javascript, Application Design, Application Development, Data Validation, UI Components, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft 365, Target Audience, Microsoft Teams, Productivity Software, AI Enablement, Complex Problem Solving, Strategic Communication, Brainstorming, Artificial Intelligence, Project Management Software, Generative AI
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Data Validation, Business Logic, .NET Framework, Relational Databases, Databases, Database Design, C# (Programming Language), Order Management Systems, System Testing, User Interface (UI), Event-Driven Programming, Systems Development, Debugging, Data Access, Microsoft SQL Servers, Application Development, Microsoft Visual Studio, SQL, User Interface (UI) Design
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks